Leviticus 16:10
But the goat chosen by lot as the scapegoat shall be presented alive before the LORD to make atonement by sending it into the wilderness as the scapegoat.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Leviticus 16:10?

2. How does Leviticus 16:10 illustrate the concept of atonement in the Old Testament?

3. What is the significance of the "scapegoat" in Leviticus 16:10 for Israel's sins?

4. How does the scapegoat in Leviticus 16:10 foreshadow Christ's sacrifice for us?

5. How can we apply the principle of atonement in Leviticus 16:10 today?

6. What does Leviticus 16:10 teach about God's provision for dealing with sin?

7. What is the significance of the scapegoat in Leviticus 16:10?

8. How does Leviticus 16:10 foreshadow Christ's atonement?

9. Why was the scapegoat sent into the wilderness in Leviticus 16:10?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Leviticus 16?

11. Who or what is the figure Azazel in mythology?

12. What does it mean Jesus became sin for us?

13. What does "expiation" mean in Christian theology?

14. How do biblical idioms shape modern Christian language?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the role of the scapegoat in Leviticus 16:10 help us understand the concept of atonement in the Old Testament?

2. In what ways does the sending of the scapegoat into the wilderness parallel the work of Christ as described in the New Testament?

3. How can the communal aspect of the Day of Atonement inform our understanding of sin and repentance in the church today?

4. What does the wilderness symbolize in the context of the scapegoat, and how can this symbolism be applied to our personal spiritual journey?

5. How can we live in the freedom from sin that Christ provides, as illustrated by the scapegoat carrying away the sins of Israel?1. What do the intricate rituals for atonement signify in this passage?

2. How does the concept of a scapegoat apply to our modern understanding of responsibility and forgiveness?

3. Why is Aaron required to make atonement for himself before the people?

4. How does the role of the high priest evolve throughout the passage?

5. What does the process of atonement reveal about the nature of God as depicted in this text?

6. What might be the psychological impact on Aaron, having to perform these rituals?

7. What role do the specific garments play in the atonement process?

8. Why is the sin offering taken outside the camp to be burned?

9. How can the instruction of complete rest and humbleness on the day of atonement be practiced in today's world?

10. In what ways can the concept of personal atonement apply in contemporary life?

11. How might the rituals of atonement foster a sense of community among the Israelites?

12. What is the symbolism of blood in the atonement process?

13. How does this passage highlight the sanctity of the Most Holy Place?

14. In what ways does the ritual of atonement emphasize the severity of sin?

15. What implications does the scapegoat carry for understanding collective guilt and innocence?

16. How could these rituals of atonement influence the moral behavior of the Israelites?

17. How can we interpret the Lord's command that both natives and foreigners observe this ritual?

18. In what ways can we seek spiritual purification in our daily lives, reflecting the essence of these ancient rituals?

19. How does the role of the high priest in this passage compare to religious leaders today?

20. What does the phrase "you will be clean from all your sins before the LORD" mean to you in a modern context?

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